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This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Edged out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome process called "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the youth frightened. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads the worst. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, however Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry by the same director is a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars used by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
